Social Security Card

Social
Security Number/Card

A social security number (SSN) is necessary to acquire many services
in this country. For example, you will need a SSN to get
a driver's license and a bank account, and to get campus (or other)
employment. It is also your identification number for tax
purposes.

To
obtain a social security number, you must fill out an application
at the Social Security Administration Office or with the Social
Security agent at your International Student Orientation to Lewis
University. You will need all documents you have received
from the Office of Immigration and Naturalization Services (INS).
It will take about ten days to receive the card and number.
If you need transportation to the Social Security Administration,
please contact the Department of International Student Services
at extension 5635 or 5549.

Location of the Social Security Administration

You may find more information about Social Security and
how to apply for a card on the internet at www.ssa.gov/
. Most of this information is for U.S. citizens. However,
you may find the "Questions?" link (at the top of the
page) and the "Understanding Social Security" section
useful.